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Creator of the bionic ear, the Cochlear Implant, Professor Graeme Clark discusses his life and career.
Award-winning Australian architect, Glenn Murcutt describes the philosophy of his architectural practice and his minimalist portrait by Ken Done.
Acclaimed neurosurgeon, Charlie Teo discusses the pressures of his career.
A magnanimous portrait of Helena Rubinstein has been acquired for the National Portrait Gallery’s collection.
Australian author David Malouf discusses the creation of his portrait by artist Rick Amor.
Dave Graney and Clare Moore discuss music, photography and bandoleros of meat.
Australian champion cyclist Cadel Evans discusses his career.
Lowitja O'Donoghue discusses her life and portrait by Robert Hannaford.
Tim Flannery and artist Robert Hannaford discuss the creation of Tim's portrait.
Shane Gould, Australian champion and Olympic gold medallist talks about her passion for swimming.
Commissioned with funds provided by Tim Fairfax AC 2016
Alexandra Roginski explains the history behind the pseudo-science of phrenology.
An interview with Professor of Visual Neuroscience, University of Queensland, Mandyam Srinivasan.
The Chairman, Board, Director and staff mourn the loss of the National Portrait Gallery's inaugural director.
Linda Burney, Brenda Croft and Darrell Sibosado share memories of Michael Riley and his photographic practice.